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$2.5M research grant to drive manufacturing innovation at Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University researchers have secured more than $2.5 million in funding to support collaborative research and development projects aimed at strengthening Australia’s manufacturing sector.
Australia backs $271M additive manufacturing initiative to boost industry
A $271 million initiative to establish the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) is poised to reshape Australia’s manufacturing sector and strengthen the nation’s competitiveness in sustainable and advanced production technologies.
New semiconductor alloy from QUT converts body heat to power wearables
Researchers from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have discovered a new material that could advance the development of wearable electronics by improving flexible thermoelectric semiconductors.
UQ sets solar efficiency record using sustainable perovskite technology
Researchers from the University of Queensland have achieved what they claim as a new world record in solar cell efficiency using eco-friendly perovskite technology, in a development that underscores the university’s role at the forefront of renewable energy research.
Monash researchers develop filter to remove stubborn ‘forever chemicals’ from water
A team of researchers at Monash University has developed a new type of water filtration membrane that removes small per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), marking a significant advancement in tackling persistent chemical contamination.
UT Dallas researchers develop new 3D-printed foam material
Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) have developed a novel 3D-printed foam material that is designed to be more durable and recyclable than conventional polymer foams used in products such as cushions, insulation, and mattresses.
CSIRO study finds 39% drop in plastic pollution along Australian coastlines
Plastic pollution along Australia’s coastlines has declined by 39 per cent over the past decade, according to research by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency.
Fraunhofer researchers develop 3D printing filaments from waste
Researchers at Fraunhofer IFAM and Hochschule Bremen are developing methods to recycle Germany’s 5.6 million metric tons of annual plastic packaging waste, of which less than a third is currently reused, into high-quality 3D-printed products.
Smart manufacturing needs people first, technology second, Gartner reports
Gartner has emphasised the importance of human-centric strategies in unlocking the full value of connected factory worker initiatives, stating that organisations must go beyond immediate cost savings to achieve long-term strategic benefits.
Study explores pathways to boost Australia’s seaweed farming potential
New research by Monash University and the University of the Sunshine Coast indicates that while seaweed farming has the potential to be a sustainable industry, Australia must overcome key challenges to compete in the growing global market.
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